US Bridges

US 80/ SR 87 over Ocmulgee River

Good

Bibb County, Georgia · East Macon · Structure no. 000000002150780

Built
2020
5 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
422 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
14,900
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 80/ SR 87 over Ocmulgee River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 80/ SR 87 over Ocmulgee River in Bibb County, Georgia. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 years old, younger than the Georgia average of 47.5 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 14,900 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 49,900 by 2036. The structure is 422 ft (128.6 m) long and 188 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS 80/ SR 87
CrossesOcmulgee River
LocationEast Macon
RouteU.S. Route 80
StateGeorgia
Coordinates32.83881, -83.62023
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating90.9 US tons
Inventory rating50.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length422 ft (128.6 m)
Longest span139 ft (42.4 m)
Deck width188 ft (57.3 m)
Roadway width96 ft (29.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,900 (2024)
Projected traffic49,900 by 2036
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$56.2 million (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 80/ SR 87 over Ocmulgee River built?

It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 80/ SR 87 over Ocmulgee River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.

How much traffic does US 80/ SR 87 over Ocmulgee River carry?

About 14,900 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US 80/ SR 87 over Ocmulgee River?

The structure is 422 ft (128.6 m) long with a longest span of 139 ft (42.4 m) and a deck 188 ft wide.

Who owns US 80/ SR 87 over Ocmulgee River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.